R. catawbiense 'Purpureum Elegans' Web Specials

R. catawbiense 'Purpureum Elegans' Web SpecialsThe purple form of the East Coast native R. catawbiense is one of the most commonly found rhododendrons in East Coast landscapes, as it is super hardy and easy to grow. The plant performs flawlessly with little attention, covering itself with an abundance of lavender flower clusters with a bit of white and yellow for accents. A burgundy blotch in the upper lobe adds drama as well. The foliage is dark green and attractive year round. Light pruning

has white flowers in spring and even a few blueberries in the summer

so small young trees may not show the colors until some age is reached

and fragrant hedges

Found along a roadside in the 1990's by Arthur Perry

Found around 1070 by Layne Ziegenfuss at Hillside Nursery in Pennsylvania

Silvery-white on the undersides of the needles gives a sparkle that is very attractive

It is rarely ever found

Rich cherry-red leaf margins illuminate the bronze foliage

This will become a 5-star plant as more people grow it and report about its assets

Arbutus 'Marina' has characteristics of Manzinata and Madrone trees

This blue-green form of the Himalayan Cedar grows slowly and stays compact

Do give those light colored leaves a little protection from the sun as they are known to burn